The average train between Erfurt and Ghent takes 7h 6m and the fastest train takes 6h 41m. The train service runs several times per day from Erfurt to Ghent. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 4 times a day between Erfurt and Ghent. The earliest departure is at 2:09 AM at night, and the last departure from Erfurt is at 11:45 PM which arrives into Ghent at 10:19 AM. All services require a transfer at Frankfurt and take an average of 7h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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6h 49m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Erfurt to Ghent? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Erfurt to Ghent. However, there are services departing from Erfurt Hbf station and arriving at Gand-Saint-Pierre station via Frankfurt station and Bruxelles Midi station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 6m.
Erfurt to Ghent train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Erfurt Hbf station.
Erfurt to Ghent train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Gand-Saint-Pierre station.
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The distance between Erfurt and Ghent is 511.7 km. The road distance is 589 km.
You can take a train from Erfurt Hbf to Gand-Saint-Pierre via Frankfurt, Bruxelles Midi, and Bruxelles-Midi in around 6h 47m.